Xiaomi Redmi 5 (xiaomi-rosy)
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This device is supported as part of a generic port. Refer to Generic MSM8953 (qcom-msm8953) for installation instructions and more information. |
![]() Xiaomi Redmi running KDE mobile | |
Manufacturer | Xiaomi |
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Name | Redmi 5 |
Codename | xiaomi-rosy |
Released | 2017 |
Type | handset |
Hardware | |
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 (MSM8953) |
CPU | 8x 1.8Hz – Cortex-A53 |
GPU | Adreno 506 |
Display | 5.7 1440x720 IPS |
Storage | 16/32 GB |
Memory | 2/3/4 GB |
Architecture | aarch64 |
Software | |
Original software | Android (MIUI) |
Original version The version the device was shipped with. |
7.1 (MIUI 9) |
postmarketOS | |
Category | testing |
Pre-built images Whether pre-built images are available here. |
no |
Mainline Instead of a Linux kernel fork, it is possible to run (Close to) Mainline. |
yes |
pmOS kernel The kernel version that runs on the device's port. |
6.9.1 |
Generic port | Generic MSM8953 (qcom-msm8953) |
Flashing It is possible to flash the device with pmbootstrap flasher . |
Works
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USB Networking After connecting the device with USB to your PC, you can connect to it via telnet (initramfs) or SSH (booted system). |
Works
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Internal storage eMMC, SD cards, UFS, ... |
Works
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SD card Also includes other external storage cards |
Works
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Battery Charging and battery level reporting works |
Works
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Screen Display works. Ideally with sleep mode and brightness control. |
Works
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Touchscreen |
Works
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Multimedia | |
3D Acceleration |
Works
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Audio Audio playback, microphone, headset and buttons. |
Partial
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Camera |
Partial
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Camera Flash |
Untested
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IR TX |
Untested
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Connectivity | |
WiFi |
Works
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Bluetooth |
Works
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GPS |
Partial
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Modem | |
Calls |
Partial
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SMS |
Works
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Mobile data |
Partial
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Miscellaneous | |
FDE Full disk encryption and unlocking with unl0kr. |
Works
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USB OTG USB On-The-Go or USB-C Role switching |
Works
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Sensors | |
Accelerometer Auto screen rotation works in desktops e.g. Phosh or Plasma Mobile |
Untested
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Magnetometer Sensor to measure magnetism |
Untested
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Ambient Light |
Untested
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Proximity |
Untested
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Hall Effect Also known as flip cover sensor |
Untested
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Haptics |
Untested
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Barometer Sensor to measure air pressure |
Untested
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Power Sensor Sensor to monitor current, voltage and power. Not fuel gauge! |
Untested
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Status
Got lk2nd running.
Maintainer(s)
Contributors
Users owning this device
- Hiprivsid (Notes: Cracked screen, but phone works fine)
- Lordkaczuha (Notes: my old phone. has extremely poor WiFi Bluetooth and cellular reception. 3/32 variant.)
- RobusTetus (Notes: Daily driver)
- Sasha0552 (Notes: No screen)
- WorryNori (Notes: Broken Touchscreen)
Installation
- Follow the Installation guide
Note: lk2nd is a hard dependency, without it the mainline kernel will not select the panel. |
$ pmbootstrap init # choose Vendor: qcom Device codename: msm8953
$ pmbootstrap install
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_lk2nd
$ pmbootstrap flasher flash_rootfs
See also
- pmaports!5128 Initial merge request
- Mainline kernel source
- Device package
- Firmware package